Transportation Riders United Inc
- Assets
- $139.3k
- Revenue
- $247.6k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 8
- Location
- Detroit, MI
- Founding
- 02/2002
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 38-3588943
Organization Overview
Transportation Riders United Inc is located in Detroit, MI. The organization was established in 2002. According to its NTEE Classification (W99) the organization is classified as: Public & Societal Benefit N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Public & Societal Benefit and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Transportation Riders United Inc employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Transportation Riders United Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2022, Transportation Riders United Inc generated $247.6k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 5.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $203.9k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 0.6% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TRU BELIEVES EVERYONE SHOULD BE ABLE TO GET WHERE THEY NEED TO GO. WE EDUCATE, MOBILIZE, AND ADVOCATE FOR MORE AND BETTER PUBLIC TRANSIT AND OTHER AFFORDABLE MOBILITY OPTIONS THROUGHOUT METRO DETROIT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
BUS IMPROVEMENT ADVOCACY - PROMOTING AND ADVOCATING FOR IMPROVEMENTS IN EXISTING BUS SERVICE AND FUNDING.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT - INFORMING AND ENGAGING TRANSIT STAKEHOLDERS AND THE BROADER PUBLIC ABOUT TRANSIT NEWS, EVENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR INVOLVEMENT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Paul Jones III Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Hannah Mae Merten Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Nicole Brown President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Steve Campbell Board Of Directors | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Kelly Kozlowski Board Of Directors | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Kristen Milefchik Board Of Directors | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $247,637 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $247,637 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $247,637 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $65,813 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,547 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $70,236 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $13,579 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $11,671 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $17,154 |
| Information technology | $2,176 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $6,616 |
| Travel | $3,936 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $4,161 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,281 |
| Insurance | $2,480 |
| All other expenses | $782 |
| Total functional expenses | $203,885 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $135,601 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,963 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $1,745 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $139,309 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $7,460 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $7,460 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $131,849 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $139,309 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Transportation Riders United Inc has awarded $36,000 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
MOTOR CITY FREEDOM RIDERS PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE BETTER PUBLIC TRANSIT SERVICE TO ACHIEVE TRANSPORTATION FREEDOM | $10,000 |
MOSES PURPOSE: CAMPAIGN TO ADDRESS SOCIAL JUSTICE ISSUES | $15,000 |
ECOLOGY CENTER PURPOSE: TO HELP PROVIDE FOR CLEAN PRODUCTION, HEALTHY COMMUNITIES, ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE, AND A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE | $11,000 |